State of Florida
PARALEGAL SPECIALIST OPS - 60934103
State of Florida, Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290
Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and energetic individual to work in our Children’s Legal Services Division, a premier statewide law firm. This is an excellent opportunity to work among an elite group of dedicated legal child advocates to ensure justice for the children of Florida.
Job Details
Requisition No: 861740
Agency: Children and Families
Working Title: PARALEGAL SPECIALIST OPS - 60934103
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 60934103
Salary: AGENCY TO UPDATE
Posting Closing Date: 10/08/2025
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
Location: Florida Department of Children & Families - Children’s Legal Services Program (Jacksonville, FL or other eligible location)
Job Status: OPS; Pay rate $17.79 per hour; Full-time hours
Description This is work assisting lawyers in the Children’s Legal Services program by preparing legal documents, scheduling court events, filing and serving legal documents, and preparing discovery. The work is challenging but incredibly rewarding.
Responsibilities / Examples Of Work
Preparing legal documents
Coordinating service of process
Maintaining case files
Maintaining court calendars
Maintaining litigation timetables
Filing pleadings and other legal documents with the clerk of court
Performing legal research for attorneys, subject to supervision
Coordinating inter-agency and intra-agency legal functions
Performing notary functions
Attending hearings to assist counsel
Assisting witnesses with court proceedings
Entering data timely and accurately into statewide databases
Minimum Requirements
Completion of a training program to become a legal assistant, a paralegal, a legal paraprofessional or a lawyer's or attorney's assistant; or
A degree or certificate in legal technology, legal administration, legal studies or allied legal services; or
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in allied legal services; or
Two years of experience involving paralegal work; or
Two years of experience in legal secretarial work.
Candidate Profile (Application)
Include supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment.
Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed.
Do not use the statement “See Resume” in place of entering work history.
Special Notes
Incumbents in this position may be required to transport files (up to 25 lbs.) to and from the courthouse regularly.
Some Agency positions may require successful completion of pre-interview assessment or work sample prior to interview.
Ability to speak/read/write Spanish/Creole/French or other foreign language may be considered in the selection process as determined by Agency need at time of interview.
It is the policy of the Florida Department of Children and Families that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and, if applicable, also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and Chapter 408, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies.
How to Apply / Contact IF YOU EXPERIENCE PROBLEMS APPLYING ONLINE, PLEASE CALL THE PEOPLEFIRST SERVICE CENTER AT (877) 562-7287
Equal Opportunity The State of Florida is an equal opportunity employer/affirmative action employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Veterans' preference will be given to eligible veterans and their spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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Job Details
Requisition No: 861740
Agency: Children and Families
Working Title: PARALEGAL SPECIALIST OPS - 60934103
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 60934103
Salary: AGENCY TO UPDATE
Posting Closing Date: 10/08/2025
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
Location: Florida Department of Children & Families - Children’s Legal Services Program (Jacksonville, FL or other eligible location)
Job Status: OPS; Pay rate $17.79 per hour; Full-time hours
Description This is work assisting lawyers in the Children’s Legal Services program by preparing legal documents, scheduling court events, filing and serving legal documents, and preparing discovery. The work is challenging but incredibly rewarding.
Responsibilities / Examples Of Work
Preparing legal documents
Coordinating service of process
Maintaining case files
Maintaining court calendars
Maintaining litigation timetables
Filing pleadings and other legal documents with the clerk of court
Performing legal research for attorneys, subject to supervision
Coordinating inter-agency and intra-agency legal functions
Performing notary functions
Attending hearings to assist counsel
Assisting witnesses with court proceedings
Entering data timely and accurately into statewide databases
Minimum Requirements
Completion of a training program to become a legal assistant, a paralegal, a legal paraprofessional or a lawyer's or attorney's assistant; or
A degree or certificate in legal technology, legal administration, legal studies or allied legal services; or
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in allied legal services; or
Two years of experience involving paralegal work; or
Two years of experience in legal secretarial work.
Candidate Profile (Application)
Include supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment.
Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed.
Do not use the statement “See Resume” in place of entering work history.
Special Notes
Incumbents in this position may be required to transport files (up to 25 lbs.) to and from the courthouse regularly.
Some Agency positions may require successful completion of pre-interview assessment or work sample prior to interview.
Ability to speak/read/write Spanish/Creole/French or other foreign language may be considered in the selection process as determined by Agency need at time of interview.
It is the policy of the Florida Department of Children and Families that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and, if applicable, also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and Chapter 408, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies.
How to Apply / Contact IF YOU EXPERIENCE PROBLEMS APPLYING ONLINE, PLEASE CALL THE PEOPLEFIRST SERVICE CENTER AT (877) 562-7287
Equal Opportunity The State of Florida is an equal opportunity employer/affirmative action employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Veterans' preference will be given to eligible veterans and their spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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